lei6 ban1 naap6利賓納利宾纳
Jyutpinglei6 ban1 naap6
Yaleleih bān naahp
Definition
Ribena; a blackcurrant cordial or beverage.
colloquialdrink
How it's used
Ribena is a cultural staple in Hong Kong, often associated with childhood memories and comfort. It is frequently ordered at local tea restaurants as 檸檬利賓納, where a slice of lemon is added to the drink to balance the sweetness. While it is a brand name, it has become the generic term for blackcurrant-flavored drinks in the city.
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bui1杯būiExamples
Do they sell iced lemon Ribena at the tea restaurant?
I really loved drinking Ribena when I was a kid.
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Common phrases
Ribena with lemon
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